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Ireland – Update to Recall of Marcel Petite Mont D’or raw milk cheese due to presence of Yersinia enterocolitica

Posted on November 26, 2024 by | 2 comments

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Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.57 (Update 1)
Product Identification: Marcel Petite Mont D’or, Fruitier Des Jarrons; all pack sizes.
Batch Code All batches sold between 16/9/2024 and 21/11/2024
Country Of Origin: France

Message:

Further to alert 2024.57, Sheridans Cheesemongers is extending their recall of the above Marcel Petite Mont D’or raw milk cheese due to the presence of Yersinia enterocolitica. The affected cheese may have been sold freshly cut, wrapped in Sheridan’s cheese paper or as a 500g unit (as per the image below).  Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Nature Of Danger:

Yersinia enterocolitica are bacteria which may be ingested via contaminated food or water. Symptoms of yersiniosis most often develop 3-7 days after infection. Symptoms include fever, abdominal cramps, watery or bloody diarrhoea, headaches, and vomiting. Yersiniosis is typically self-limiting, and symptoms can persist from 1-3 days up to 3 weeks. Some individuals are more vulnerable to infection, including young children, older adults and immunocompromised individuals.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated cheese from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated cheese.

Mont D'Or box of cheese
top of cheese
Brand name

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Ireland – Recall of a batch of Dunnes Stores Irish Chicken Sweet & Spicy Wings due to the possible presence of Salmonella

Posted on November 26, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.56
Product Identification: Dunnes Stores Irish Chicken Sweet & Spicy Wings; pack size: 500g; approval number: IE 814 EC
Batch Code 24 290; use by date: 26 Oct 2024.
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

The above batch of Dunnes Stores Irish Chicken Sweet & Spicy Wings is being recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Consumers are advised to check their freezers for the implicated batch.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Nature Of Danger:

People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours.  The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody.  Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps.  The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required:

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.

A packet of Dunnes Stores Irish Chicken Sweet and Spicy Wings

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Ireland – Recall of a batch of Glensallagh Salt & Chilli Roast Chicken Wings due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on November 20, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.55
Product Identification: Glensallagh Salt & Chilli Roast Chicken Wings; pack size: 350g; approval number: IE 575 EC
Batch Code 051124RC; use by date: 23/11/2024.
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

The above batch of Glensallagh Salt & Chilli Roast Chicken Wings is being recalled due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale. The implicated batch was sold in Lidl stores.

Nature Of Danger:

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.  In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly.  The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.

Glensallagh Salt and Chilli Roast Chilli Chicken Wings label

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Ireland – Recall of a batch of Dunnes Stores Irish Chicken Smoky BBQ Drumsticks due to the possible presence of Salmonella

Posted on November 18, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.52
Product Identification: Dunnes Stores Irish Chicken Smoky BBQ Drumsticks; pack size: 500g; approval number: IE 814 EC
Batch Code 24 309; Use by: 14th Nov
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

The above batch of Dunnes Stores Irish Chicken Smoky BBQ Drumsticks is being recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Consumers are advised to check their freezers for the implicated batch.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Nature Of Danger:

People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours.  The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody.  Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps.  The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.

Pack of Dunnes Stores Irish Chicken Smoky BBQ Drumsticks

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Ireland – Recall of a batch of O’Flynn’s Gourmet Sausage Company Traditional Breakfast Sausages due to the presence of Salmonella

Posted on November 6, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.48
Product Identification: O’Flynn’s Gourmet Sausage Company Traditional Breakfast Sausages; pack size: 454g; Approval number: IE 2917 EC
Batch Code 241025; use by: 06/11/2024
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

The above batch of O’Flynn’s Gourmet Sausage Company Traditional Breakfast Sausages is being recalled due to the presence of Salmonella.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Nature Of Danger:

People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours.  The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody.  Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps.  The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.

Package of O'Flynns Gourmet Sausage Traditional Breakfast Sausages

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Ireland – Recall of a batch of Mlekpol Zloty Mazur Cheese In Slices due to the possible presence of Salmonella Newport

Posted on September 27, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Pack of Zloty Mazur Cheese

Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.44
Product Identification: Mlekpol Zloty Mazur Cheese In Slices, pack size: 150g; approval number PL 20041601WE
Batch Code 30.08/P6; best before date: 28/11/2024
Country Of Origin: Poland

Message:

The above batch of Mlekpol Zloty Mazur Cheese is being recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella Newport. Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Nature Of Danger:

People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours.  The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody.  Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps.  The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Wholesalers/distributors are requested to contact their affected customers and recall the implicated batch and provide a point-of-sale recall notice to their retailer customers.
Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batch from sale and display a recall notice at point-of-sale.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batch.

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Ireland – Recall of specific batches of Creamy Delicious Foods coleslaw products due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on September 23, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.42
Product Identification: Please see table below.
Batch Code Please see table below
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

The below batches of Creamy Delicious coleslaw products are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Product Pack size Use by dates
Creamy Delicious Foods Coleslaw 225g 17/9/2024 and 19/9/2024
Creamy Delicious Foods Low Fat Coleslaw 225g
Creamy Delicious Foods Salad Box with Egg 225g

Nature Of Danger:

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.  In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly.  The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.

Creamy Delicious Foods coleslaw products labels

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Ireland – Recall of Dale Meats Cooked Sliced Ham, Hazlett and Sliced Corned Beef due to presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on August 7, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Dale Meats - Cooked Sliced Ham

Dale Meats - Corned Beef

Dale Meats - Hazlett

Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.37
Product Identification: Dale Meats Sliced Cooked Ham, Hazlett and Sliced Corned Beef
Batch Code All batch codes; All use-by-dates up to 31/08/2024
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

Dale Meats is recalling all batches of Sliced Cooked Ham, Hazlett andSliced Corned Beef with a use-by-date up to 31/08/2024 due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Nature Of Danger:

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.

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Ireland – Recall of several batches of spinach leaves due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on August 2, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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McCormack Family Farms Spinach packets

Supervalu and Fresh Choice Market Spinach packs

Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.36
Product Identification: Please see table below.
Batch Code Please see table below.
Country Of Origin: Sweden

Message:

McCormack Family Farms is recalling the below batches of spinach leaves due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.

Product Name Pack size Batch code Expiry date / Display until
McCormack Family Farms Spinach Leaves 60g,100g,120g,250g, 500g 204,205,206,208 29/07/2024,30/07/2024,31/07/2024,01/08/2024,02/08/2024,03/8/2024
McCormack Family Farms Baby Leaves Spinach 60g,100g,120g,250g,500g 204,205,206,208 29/07/2024,30/07/2024,31/07/2024,01/08/2024,02/08/2024,03/8/2024
Supervalu Spinach Unwashed 250g 205 and 206   –
Fresh Choice Market Spinach 100g 204  –

Nature Of Danger:

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.  In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly.  The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.

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Ireland – Recall of batches of Slaney Farm Fresh Duck Eggs due to possible presence of Salmonella

Posted on August 1, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Alert Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2024.35
Product Identification: Slaney Farm Fresh Duck Eggs; All pack sizes
Batch Code All best before dates up to and including 21/08/2024
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

Slaney Farm is recalling all pack sizes of the above batches of their Farm Fresh Duck Eggs due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in stores supplied with the implicated batches.

Nature Of Danger:

People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours. The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody. Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers, including market stalls and online retailers, are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and display recall notices at point-of-sale.

Caterers/restaurants/cafes are requested to cease using the implicated batches immediately.

Wholesalers are requested to withdraw and recall the implicated batches from their customers and instruct them to display recall notices at point-of-sale. Wholesalers must notify their inspector of any onward distribution of the implicated batches.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.

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